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Micah Echols, Appellate Attorney in New York

focused on Appellate, Business, and Employment

Trusted appellate attorney serving New York.

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Micah Echols is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Employment. Currently practicing at Claggett & Sykes Law Firm.

Based in
New York, NEW YORK
Experience
attorney
Known for
Appellate · Business · Employment
  • Handles Appellate, Business, and Employment matters from New York, NEW YORK.
  • Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026).

About Micah Echols: Micah Echols is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Employment. Currently practicing at Claggett & Sykes Law Firm.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Micah Echols

Micah concentrates on appellate, business, employment, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Micah handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Appellate cases in New York

Micah takes appellate matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Micah agrees to represent you.

Business cases in New York

Micah takes business matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Micah agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in New York

Micah takes employment matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Micah agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in New York

Micah takes litigation matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Micah agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Micah Echols — Attorney of New York appellate experience

Micah Echols is an attorney based in New York, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Appellate, Business, and Employment. Currently practicing at Claggett & Sykes Law Firm.

Micah Echols leads the appellate division at Claggett & Sykes Law Firm in Las Vegas, Nevada. His practice focuses on Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, and Litigation – Labor and Employment. He is often brought into matters before or during trial to assist trial teams with identifying and preserving issues for appeal and developing a clear record. Micah has handled more than 300 civil appellate matters in state and federal courts, representing injured plaintiffs, businesses, and government entities.

Micah has argued cases before the Nevada Supreme Court and the United States Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit. He is also licensed to practice before the United States Supreme Court. His appellate work includes direct appeals, writ petitions, interlocutory appeals, and post-trial motion practice arising from complex commercial disputes, employment-related litigation, and other civil matters.

In addition to his litigation and appellate practice, Micah has published numerous articles addressing appellate procedure and legal developments. He has contributed to the Nevada Civil Appeal Checklist and the Nevada Appellate Practice Manual, resources used by attorneys practicing in Nevada appellate courts. Micah currently serves as editor of The Advocate, the Nevada Justice Association’s magazine for plaintiff lawyers, and is an active participant on the organization’s Amicus Committee.

Through Claggett & Sykes, Micah is regularly retained by other law firms to assist with trial strategy related to error preservation, post-trial motions, and appellate briefing. He also works closely with litigation teams on appeal-related issues that arise during ongoing trials in Nevada state and federal courts.

Micah earned his undergraduate degree in Spanish from Brigham Young University in 1999 and received his Juris Doctor from the J. Reuben Clark Law School at Brigham Young University in 2003. He is married and the father of six daughters. Outside of his law practice, Micah enjoys spending time with his family and attending Major League Baseball games.

Micah's approach to appellate cases

Micah Echols leads the appellate division at Claggett & Sykes Law Firm in Las Vegas, Nevada. His practice focuses on Appellate Practice, Commercial Litigation, and Litigation – Labor and Employment. He is often brought into matters before or during trial to assist trial teams with identifying and preserving issues for appeal and developing a clear record. Micah has handled more than 300 civil…

The kind of cases Micah takes

Micah reviews new inquiries case-by-case for appellate, business, and employment matters across New York.

Credentials

Micah Echols's legal education and bar admissions

  • Brigham Young University

    B.A. Spanish

  • Brigham Young University

    J.D. · 2003

Jurisdictions

Micah's state bar admissions

  • Nevada, State Bar of

    ACTIVE

Micah studied at B.A. Spanish in Brigham Young University and J.D. in Brigham Young University.

Law school and academic background

Micah completed B.A. Spanish in Brigham Young University and J.D. in Brigham Young University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Micah runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Micah Echols

Micah has received 11 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Rating -

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — National Institute for Trial Advocacy

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Advocate

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Trial Lawyer of the Year by Nevada Justice Association, 2022

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — VEGAS, INC.

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — - Top Lawyer 2020-2021

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — AV Preeminent Rating - (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell (2026).

Locations

Micah Echols's office in New York

Micah's primary office is at 200 Vesey Street, New York, New York, 10281. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Claggett & Sykes Law Firm

200 Vesey Street

New York, New York 10281

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Hiring guide

How to hire Micah Echols — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new appellate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Micah usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Micah charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Micah's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Micah will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a appellate attorney in New York

A short list to run through before you commit: How many appellate matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Micah

Micah discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in appellate practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every appellate matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Micah confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Micah's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many appellate practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Micah Echols

  • How much does it cost to hire Micah for a appellate case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Micah walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Micah offer a free consultation?

    Micah charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Micah's office. Some appellate attorneys offer free consults — check Micah's current terms during booking.

  • How long do appellate cases in New York typically take?

    Simple appellate matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Micah gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Micah take my case if I'm outside New York?

    Micah is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Micah will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Micah?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Micah will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Micah accepting new appellate clients right now?

    Micah's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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